Tryouts

There are a number of ways that talented players can be identified to become part of the New York Red Bulls Academy, including:

Assessment in their own environments (e.g., club, school, state or regional teams)

Recommendations from personnel within the professional game

Recommendations from Regional Development School (RDS) coaches

Recommendations from Training program staff who work with local clubs

Personal application

Our network of scouts and coaches will watch thousands of players each season. The New York Red Bulls have a reputation as a club renowned for its successful development of players, the recruitment of young talent is a priority for the Academy.

Personal Application

If you are planning on submitting a personal application for an academy try out, please download the forms below and mail to:

Please Note: The New York Red Bulls does not currently have a residential program. Players that we invite in for tryout must reside in commuting distance to our training facility in East Hanover or Newark, NJ.

Please Note: Academy Coaches will only respond to those players that we have an interest in inviting in to Tryout.

RDS Application

Players aged 8 to 14, should first apply for a try-out in the Regional Development Schools (RDS). This satellite based, supplementary training program allows players to enter the Red Bulls Player development system at a younger age, and within their own communities. Here players receive the technical instruction and support required to provide them with a more seamless transition into the full Academy teams, when they reach an eligible age. For more information on the RDS, click here